EYBL Session I: 15 U Standouts

I attended Session I of EYBL in Atlanta over the weekend and in this article I'll break down my 15 U standouts from the event.    The second leading scorer at the 15 U level this weekend, Peagler was sensational for an All Ohio Baneville squad that went 3-1 on the weekend and looks like one of the top 15 U teams on the circuit. Peagler is as quick as anybody with the ball in his hands. Peagler Jr's ability to attack going either way makes him such a tough guard at this level and when you combine his impressive decision making as a passer with a live dribble, he's going to put up monster numbers all season long. To end the third quarter in their game Sunday Vs Georgia Stars Peagler Jr hit a floater from near the 3-point line to help extend the lead for All Ohio. One of the top players in the 2029 class in Ohio, Peagler Jr is starting to become more well known nationally thanks to this weekend's performance.     I caught Woeste for the first time with All Ohio Baneville 15 U at Midwest Mania and was impressed with his game but he took it to another level this weekend by finishing third among 15 U players in scoring. Woeste has a throwback style of play with his ability to move without the basketball, play at his own pace while still creating space and knock down a high percentage of catch and shoot looks. This blend of shooting, high feel for the game and ball movement from his teammates allowed him to score efficiently at a high volume. I really hope Woeste grows over the next few years because his style of play will be deadly if he reaches the 6'4-6'6 range. Talented prospect who is very valuable at the 15 U level.     I thought Georgia Stars had some nice talent despite going 0-4 this weekend. Ogunyemi stood out as a big boy in the paint who wanted to play around the rim with an early and-1 seal and some strong finishes trailing the basketball in transition. His best move of the day came with his back to the basket where he hit a nice post hook and shortly after made a kickout assist to a shooter from the post. With his size, interior scoring and rebounding ability, Ogunyemi is a big Georgia Stars will want to continue to build with for the future.     Scott had a big game for Nj Elite 15 U in a thrilling contest that went down to the wire. Scott made some quick moves to the rim and was an efficient scorer from 15 feet and in. Scott's combination of a quick first step, length to score at the rim and contesting shots at the basket with his length allowed him to be productive at both ends of the court. In the fourth quarter, Scott had a crucial putback layup and hit some clutch free throws in the final minute. I caught a tough loss for Nj Elite who had chances to win two of their four games this weekend.     City Rocks 15 U got their lone win of the weekend in the game I caught as City Rocks come out on top in a thriller over Nj Elite 15 U. Hendy is a bigger bodied wing forward who is more physically mature than a lot of the competition he played against in the game I caught. Able to score at the rim on drives that ended in floaters or layups, Hendy has enough ball handling ability to successfully attack closeouts with his size. Late in the game, Hendy had a sweep and go move that led to an and-1 finish and had a putback layup to tie the game with five seconds left. If Hendy can continue to make plays like that then hopefully City Rocks 15 U will get some more wins in future sessions.

I attended Session I of EYBL in Atlanta over the weekend and in this article I'll break down my 15 U standouts from the event.